Surveyor jobs in Texas
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Surveyor Instrument Man (Journeyman)
Abilene, TX · $36-$40/hr
Join a long-term industrial/data center project in Abilene, TX as a Journeyman Surveyor Instrument Man. This 24-month role offers steady hours, heavy overtime potential, and competitive pay ($36–$40/hr) plus a $130/day per diem for candidates commuting 50+ miles. You will support the Party Chief with layout, measurements, and operation of survey instruments. Expect hands-on field work — setting up total stations and GPS, marking elevations/grades, brush cutting, staking, and checking work to meet project standards. Reliable, safety-first candidates with strong instrument experience are encouraged to apply.
Per Diem
Surveyor Instrument Man
TX · $36-$40/hr
Join a Texas-based field crew as a Surveyor Instrument Man running total stations and Trimble equipment. This hands-on role pays $36–$40/hr plus a $130/day per diem on days worked. You'll be out in the field doing layout, control shots, and data collection on civil and land surveying projects. We want experienced instrument operators with 5+ years running survey gear who can hit the ground running. Position is per diem with steady assignments across Texas and is open to workers willing to relocate for the work.
Full Time
Surveyor Party Chief
Gail, TX · $46-$50/hr
Experienced Surveyor Party Chief needed for a day-shift assignment in Gail, TX. Pay is $46–$50/hour plus $150/day per diem for days worked. This is an immediate-start field role leading land-survey crews on site. You will run field surveys, lead and direct a small crew, interpret civil and technical drawings, and produce accurate field data. Day shift schedule — work on-site, get paid well, and receive per diem while on assignment.
Per Diem
Surveyor (Journeyman / Party Chief) — Abilene, TX
Abilene, TX
Seeking an experienced Surveyor (Journeyman, Party Chief, or Technician) based in Abilene, TX for a per diem role that requires travel across Texas. You’ll perform land and property surveys for construction and engineering projects, collect accurate field data, and work with crews and engineers to support site layout and staking. This is hands-on field work: operate GPS, total stations, lasers, levels and transit equipment, interpret drawings and blueprints, and produce reliable field notes and data. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of field surveying experience, can work independently or as part of a crew, and are ready for frequent travel and overnight assignments.
Full Time
Surveying Journeyman
Abilene, TX
Join our crew as a Surveying Journeyman in Abilene, TX. You’ll use 3–5 years of hands-on surveying experience to support a variety of field assignments — from property and boundary surveys to site layout and construction staking. This role requires travel to Abilene and offers steady fieldwork with opportunities to expand your skills and move up. You’ll work outdoors with a small team, run instruments, collect and verify survey data, and help translate drawings into accurate field work. If you’re dependable, comfortable with travel, and want practical, career-forward experience, this is a solid step up.
Per Diem
Surveyor Assistant
Abilene, TX
Join a field crew as a Surveyor Assistant in Abilene, TX. You’ll support the Party Chief on construction and industrial projects by performing layout, measurements, and hands-on site work. This is active outdoor work — expect varied terrain, weather, and industrial job sites. Day-to-day you’ll set up and maintain survey instruments, mark elevations and grades, cut brush, carry stakes and pins, and verify work meets standards. This is a per diem position that requires reliable transportation, basic surveying skills, and the ability to work irregular hours, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Full Time
Surveyor (Layout Technician)
Houston, TX
Join a Houston-based construction layout team as a hands-on Surveyor / Layout Technician. You’ll run and maintain Trimble or Leica instruments, collect and verify field data, and lay out control and construction points to keep projects accurate and on schedule. This role is field-first — expect outdoor work on civil sites with varied terrain and tasks. You’ll work directly with crews and project teams to interpret plans, resolve field conflicts, and document as-built conditions. Technicians who show strong technical skill and leadership may take on more complex layout responsibilities and lead layout operations on larger jobsites.
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Surveyor Journeyman / Party Chief
Abilene, TX
Surveyor Journeyman needed in Abilene, TX for a per diem field role. You will lead small survey crews, set up and operate survey equipment, and ensure accurate data collection for land and property surveys across Texas. This is a hands-on position for experienced Party Chiefs who can read civil and technical drawings, manage field crews, maintain equipment, and communicate clearly with office staff and clients. Expect daily travel between sites and per diem pay for work away from home.
Full Time
Surveyor — Port Arthur, TX
Port Arthur, TX
Join a hands-on survey crew in Port Arthur handling land, aerial and hydrographic projects. This role splits time between fieldwork on coastal and inland sites and office tasks preparing plats and CAD deliverables. Expect outdoor work, travel within the region, and occasional early starts to match tides and survey windows. Pay range $28–$40/hr DOE with overtime. Ideal candidate has practical field surveying experience, reads civil and technical drawings, and can operate GPS/RTK, total stations, and hydrographic equipment. Clean driving record and the ability to work in hot, wet, and windy conditions required.
Per Diem
Surveyor — Abilene, TX (Per Diem)
Abilene, TX
Join our crew in Abilene as a per diem Surveyor assisting the Party Chief with precise layout and measurement for construction and industrial projects. You will use both manual tools (chains, plumb bob, stakes) and electronic instruments (total station, GPS) to gather site data, mark elevations, and help establish grades. This is hands-on field work in varied outdoor conditions — you’ll cut brush, carry stakes, set pins, and work at heights or in confined areas as needed. If you have industrial or power-plant survey experience, can read civil drawings, and follow written and verbal instructions on site, we want you on the team.